The Nerja Branch of the Royal British Legion hold regular social meetings at the Hotel Al Andalus in Maro and at the Peña Parda restaurant on the beach at La Herradura. We also run or take part in other fund-raising events.
Whoops!
by Martin Myall •
The Chairman of the Granada Press Association threw what can only be described as an atomic wobbly when confronted by a heckler at an Hispano-Israeli conference in Granada. Things became simply surreal when a young woman burst into the hall waving a Palestinian flag quickly followed by the Chairman whipping his belt off and brandishing it at her, promising to thrash the startled woman.
Spanish National Articles x 3
by Duncan Inglis •
Three more articles from our Spain section in the March issue, including Spanish anger at a French promotional film suggesting drug taking amongst Spanish athletes, further outrage at a ‘frozen Franco’ work of art and Spanair have gone bust.
Wonky World
by David Darby •
Three weird world stories from the March edition including Canadian military balls, Russian police arresting gay suspects and a very dodgy one million dollar note.
Motril on a Bike
by Martin Myall •
The Vice-Mayor of Motril, José García Fuentes, has announced that in line with the health campaign, Motril, ciudad saludable, the town now has a free bicycle-lending service.
The Untouchables?
by Martin Myall •
This article is neither about Eliot Ness nor a Hindu caste, but about the Almuñécar town hall, and the title reflects the words chosen by the Mayor’s office to describe certain tradesmen and contractors that allegedly had no problem getting paid for their services under the ex-Mayor, Juan Carlos Benavides, whilst others were far from that ‘fortunate.’
Jailed for Attempted Murder
by Martin Myall •
Yes, it is annoying when workmen cut off your water or electricity for maintenance or repair work without letting you know before hand: if they know in advance, why not let you in on it so that you can fill up the bath, for example? However, no matter how annoying it might be, stabbing one of the workers is no quite cricket, is it? Read on…
All That Glistens…
by Martin Myall •
… On the contrary, some gold stays in the dark! The Guardia Civil in Maracena arrested a gold dealer – in one of these prolific ‘we-buy-your-gold’ establishments – for allegedly forging purchase contracts.
Three Spanish National Articles
by Duncan Inglis •
Three interesting articles from the March edition, including Judge Garzon’s conviction… the new labour reforms by the new PP government and the expected executive pay-cuts.
The Wisdom of Running for Mayor
by Martin Myall •
How long could you get away with not paying your electricity bill before it is cut off – two months, six? Well, the Town Hall of Albuñol hasn’t paid theirs in six years! The electricity company is now talking about cutting off the service
Málaga Murder
by David Darby •
The body of Málaga lawyer, Salvador Andrés Reina was found in the boot of his car near the bus station in the city last Friday. The find brings to an end, in the worst possible way, the uncertainty felt by the family over his disappearance. The 50-year-old lawyer’s body showed signs of having suffered a violent death.
La Avenida de Cala
by Martin Myall •
Residents will have noticed that the pavement in front of the Beep computer shop, next to the municipal market, is undergoing reform work. The adjustments to the pavement is being made in accordance to a request received from the Semana Santa brotherhoods, who find that their throne bearers often come a cropper there.
More Policing for Municipal Market?
by Martin Myall •
After a spate of pick-pockets and thefts from the stalls, the Town Hall is looking into stepping up policing at the municipal market, announced the Councillor for Works and Maintenance, José Manuel Fernández Medina.
La Herradura – San José 2012
by Martin Myall •
Complete programme for the 2012 San José fiestas, starting Saturday the 16th and ending Monday the 19th.
Reader’s Letter: Car Park Robberies
by Editor •
I am now seeking possible help from you on another matter concerning thieving. Women on their own, particularly mature and or those who are not too mobile appear to be the prime targets.